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Welcome to Living France, the essential guide for anyone who dreams of a new life in France. All you need to know about
buying a property, moving to France and either starting a successful business or enjoying a
peaceful retirement can be found here.

Be inspired by our real-life stories of people who’ve already made the move across the Channel, alongside invaluable practical advice on everything from legal and financial issues to property and renovation.

We focus on the very best locations in which to start your new
life, with tips from expats living in France and advice from
the professionals. Add to that
the very best of French food, wine
and interiors, not to mention help with language learning, and you have
the perfect companion to help you
find the life of which you’ve always
dreamed. À bientôt!

In the new September 2015 issue of Living France we explore rural Corrèze in Limousin, reveal the childcare options in France and take a closer look at the new European inheritance laws and how they might affect you

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